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Shooting legislation: UK firearms laws, licensing and your rights explained
Welcome to Sporting Gun’s legislation hub – your essential resource for understanding the laws and regulations that govern shooting sports across the UK.
Firearms legislation can be complex and is subject to change, making it essential to stay informed. Our guides break down the key legislation affecting shooters, including the Firearms Act 1968 and its subsequent amendments, shotgun and firearms certificate requirements, safe storage obligations, and the rules around game shooting seasons and quarry species.
We cover the issues that matter most to Guns in the field: licensing, certificate renewals, what to do if your application is refused, and how proposed legislative changes could affect your sport. We also monitor developments in devolved legislation, including differences in the law as it applies in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Whether you’re a new shooter getting to grips with the basics or an experienced Gun keeping pace with regulatory changes, this is your go-to resource.
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